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BBC News - Top stories
US interest rates cut by 0.5% in first drop in four years
The Federal Reserve has cut its key lending rate by 0.5 percentage points - a larger cut than expected.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Fraud factor: How a con man stole millions in a payroll-lending scheme to buy Bentleys, plastic surgery and a cafe
Mickey Lee Wagner found a loophole in how factoring companies work and used it to steal $5 million. After he was indicted, the feds say he did it again. Now he’s going to prison.1 hour ago -
CBS News - Top stories
U.S. passports can now be renewed online, State Department says
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.4 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
As Texas Power Grid Faces New Strains, Renewables Help Meet Demand
Texas, the biggest oil-producing state, has turned to solar power and battery storage to see it through extreme weather. But with demand rising, much more power will be needed.4 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: ACC, Clemson, FSU renew revenue talks
Talks between Clemson, Florida State and the ACC have ramped up in recent weeks, sources told ESPN, on a revenue distribution model based on brand valuation and television ratings in exchange for ...5 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
US passport renewal can now be done online
The U.S. is making passport renewal fully available online, the State Department announced Wednesday, getting rid of the need to print application forms and send a check through the mail. Secretary ...5 hours ago -
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BBC News - Top stories
'Community hero' jailed for hurling bricks in riots
Joshua Cropper, who previously won a community award, was caught on video hurling rocks at a police van.9 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
Most US Teens Use Generative AI. Most of Their Parents Don’t Know
A news survey shows that AI use among high schoolers has exploded in recent months, as educators and parents struggle to keep up.11 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Plastic Waste and Toxic Sludge: A Sweep of a Messy Beat
The Climate reporter Hiroko Tabuchi is interested in all the things we take for granted about our environment.13 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Why Europe will not catch up with the US
America has cultural and structural advantages that governments can’t close16 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
US delays decision on Nippon Steel’s $15bn takeover of US Steel
Japanese group wins extension to probe of deal that is opposed by Biden, Harris and Trump18 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Somalia: From Crisis to Renewal
Climate change is turbocharging the conflict in Somalia. How is the country coping?21 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Richard Branson, business leaders renew call to end ‘inhumane’ death penalty ahead of scheduled executions
In a new video campaign, the Virgin Galactic founder called on business leaders to “be a voice for change” and sign the Business Leaders’ Declaration Against the Death Penalty.22 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
"Large Scale" Playtests For New Battlefield Will Start Early Next Year
More details about the next entry in the Battlefield franchise have been revealed during a recent EA Investor's presentation , with a "large scale community-driven testing program" for the game ...Yesterday -
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US retail sales ticked up last month in sign of ongoing consumer resilience
Americans spent a bit more at retailers last month, providing a small boost to the economy just as the Federal Reserve considers how much to cut its key interest rateYesterday -
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Financial Times - Business
Glasgow to host scaled-back Commonwealth Games in 2026
Scottish city secures bid after Victoria pulls out due to concerns over spiralling costsYesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Can Milan’s Craziest Fashion Brand Grow Up?
Sunnei, at 10, has become one of the hot shows of Milan Fashion Week. Can its founders move on to the next level?Yesterday -
ABC News - Entertainment
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Apple Books charts for week ending Sept. 16Yesterday - Apple -
Financial Times - Business
BP’s US wind sale will not clear its strategic fog
UK oil major has underperformed its rivals as oil prices have started to sinkYesterday -
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England call up Mahmood for Australia ODI series
Lancashire pace bowler Saqib Mahmood is added to the England squad for the upcoming one-day international series against Australia.Yesterday - Australia -
GameSpot - Tech
Lego Jabba's Barge Announced, Big Enough To Choke The Sarlacc Pit
A new Lego set based on Jabba the Hutt's sail barge from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi has been officially announced, and this one looks like a big display piece. With almost 4,000 pieces and ...Yesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
Go makes a comeback: What’s fueling its revival?
Although Go was released to much furore in late 2009, when it was heralded as Programming Language of the Year by the TIOBE Index, its popularity has waxed and waned over the years. Now Go has ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Afghanistan reopens its embassy in Oman, the Taliban say
The Taliban say that Afghanistan's Embassy in Oman has reopenedYesterday - Afghanistan -
GameSpot - Tech
The Last Of Us Season 2 Gets Exciting Update About Its Release Date
HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 is set for release in 2025, but when during the year can fans expect the sophomore season? HBO programming boss Casey Bloys said in an interview that The Last of Us ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
London Fashion Week Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary
Once upon a time the London scene was wild and revolutionary. Now its fashion week is 40. What happens when the wild child of dress grows up?Yesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
CrazyGames teams up with Struckd from Unity on UGC
CrazyGames announced that Struckd from Unity, a tool for user-generated content, will join its flagship line, CrazyGames Originals.Yesterday -
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BBC News - Top stories
Tuition fees must go up, unis say as term begins
As freshers get settled in, a group of unis is calling for inflation-linked fee hikes in England.Yesterday